PPL – Modular Pilot Kiran

PPL – Taxiing/ Straight and Level

The last couple of lessons have focused on taxiing and then getting the aircraft into straight and level flight, and they have been a real step up in coordination and awareness. Taxiing has been harder than I expected. Steering the C152 on the ground with the rudder pedals felt manageable at first, but the differentialContinueContinue reading “PPL – Taxiing/ Straight and Level”

PPL – Effects Of Controls

My first PPL lesson’s were on the Effects of Controls these were a good introduction back into flying. I felt comfortable quite quickly with the controls, and I think a lot of that came from the hours I spent playing games on the computer as a child. It seems those years with a joystick inContinueContinue reading “PPL – Effects Of Controls”

PPL Lesson 1 – Grounded!

Anyone who’s started their PPL (Private Pilot Licence) training will know that while you’re learning to take control of an aircraft, you’re still very much at the mercy of the weather. That reality hit me this week when I turned up for my next flying lesson, ready to get into the air, only to haveContinueContinue reading “PPL Lesson 1 – Grounded!”

The Air League Scholarship Application – Update

Today I was awarded a 3-hour flying scholarship from The Air League! This is a fantastic achievement, especially as it’s my first time applying for a scholarship through the organisation. I’m excited about the networking and mentoring opportunities it will offer going forward. Since starting this journey, I’ve already met some incredible people who wereContinueContinue reading “The Air League Scholarship Application – Update”

Trial Flight at The Pilot Centre

After not stepping into a cockpit for nearly seven years, I decided to book a trial flight at my chosen PPL flight school, The Pilot Centre at Denham Aerodrome. It was a significant moment for me, one that would determine whether my passion for flying and my dream of pursuing a career in aviation wereContinueContinue reading “Trial Flight at The Pilot Centre”

Choosing a flight school

When evaluating potential flight schools, I considered several key factors: Proximity to home Size and condition of the fleet Availability of aircraft and instructors Quality of instruction Track record of successful alumni Cost per hour for training Online presence and reputation Ability to work from the flight school (if) needed Online reviews e.g. Google, PPrune,ContinueContinue reading “Choosing a flight school”